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(More customer reviews)This is one of those tools that cost too much and very, very hard to find for less money. I had hoped to find it discounted here at Amazon but I guess the manufacturer has a set price for its distributors. As the unit comes out of the box (without targets) it will not achieve readings even close to 650-feet. Because of these two reasons I give it 4 stars. For usefulness and accuracy, I would give it 6 stars! This tool is not going to fall into the average persons tool bag at this price range. If your like me and work alone many times and need great accuracy or even speed of measuring, this is the tool for you.
When you buy the Leica Disto A5 and finish measuring everything in sight, replace the pair of AA batteries and get down to business. You won't regret spending the money.
After using a Disto A5 that belongs to a friend for a few days, I had to have one. This tool is accurate to within a 1/16" +/-. Working along with another contractor who was using a Hilti, I could read greater outdoor distance than he could. That said, 650-foot readings are hard to come by without using recommended targets. The best outdoor readings I got were up to 280 feet and that was after several attempts. You need to be VERY still to achieve a hand held reading at great distance. The A5 does have a tripod mount screw thread which I am sure will solve some of the problem. The targets that Leica sells are so far, hard to find. Still, I am a happy camper with the quality and accuracy of this tool.
I measured an 85-foot floor wall to wall with a 100-foot tape and then took the exact same reading with the A5 and got exactly the same result. I then moved the tape off the floor with the help of another person, and took the reading again. The tape showed the dimension about ¼" longer while the A5 remained at the same reading as when reading the tape flat on the floor. The tape obviously had sag that could not be helped. The laser does not sag!
With a helper holding a clipboard as a target on the corner of a building. I was able to get a very accurate reading of the wall dimension with the A5. With the same helper holding the tape in the same location the reading grew almost 5/8 of an inch do to tape sag and the bow in the old wood wall. The A5 was extremely more accurate AND much quicker to use! No walking back and forth to reel out the tape!
I measured the height of my garage roof from gable end to ground with a tape. The reading was 17'- 2". With the A5, I was able to get a reading of 17' even. As the directions state, vertical readings from a distance are only as accurate as you are at holding the unit square to the building. Also the A5 results are not meant to be considered exact when doing this type of reading. It is to be used only as a CLOSE estimate. For no reason at all I now know how tall the telephone pole in my back yard is, give or take a few inches. I measured a two-story house with the Leica A5 and got a reading of 26 feet to the tip of the gutter. I then placed my 24-foot ladder at the side of the building. From my prospective the ladder looked to be about 4 feet short. Using the A5 for this purpose, I'll know what size ladder to bring to the job.
I am sure I will be using this tool often. As a finish carpenter, inside and outside trim measurements will now be a breeze! Window and door openings can be measured in 6 places at once with all the measurements stored in memory. Instead of stopping after each tape measurement to write down results, I'll do the writing after all the measurements are recorded into the A5, look at the screen and THEN write the numbers down. COOL TOOL!
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The rugged Leica DISTO A5 Laser Distance Measurer is a compact, indoor-outdoor measurement tool that handles basic measurements along with area and volume calculations, giving you precise, on-the-job computations. This reliable tool is equipped with Leica's trademarked Power Range Technology to handle serious distance measurements, and it comes with an integrated optical viewfinder for ease of use. And it is backed by a three-year replacement warranty, so you can be sure it will be there for you when you need it.
Get accurate distance measurements up to 200 meters with a reflector. View larger. Get Measurements Safely and Calculations Quickly If you've ever tried to measure a ceiling height while balanced on a ladder, or if you've ever broken an old, metal tape measure trying to wrap it around a corner, you'll have a special appreciation for the way Leica DISTO series measuring tools work.
Leica DISTO measurers feature clearly labeled keys on the touch pad that let you easily access and control a wide range of features. With convenient shortcut keys for commonly used functions like addition and subtraction, along with area and volume calculators, Leica DISTO measuring tools let you turn individual measurements into useful numbers on the spot.
And when you need to measure façade heights or spots that are tough to reach, the Leica DISTO A5 is equipped with a Pythagorean function that provides fast, easy indirect height and width measurements. The Leica DISTO A5 also offers automatic calculation of room dimensions such as wall areas and peripheral lengths, eliminating manual calculations, saving you time, and helping guarantee accuracy.
Power Range Technology for Pinpoint Accuracy Leica's trademarked Power Range Technology accurately handles distance measurements up to 100 meters (328 feet) without a reflector, and distances up to 200 meters (650 feet) with a reflector. And since important measurements include more than just longer lengths, the Leica DISTO A5 can handle distances as short as .05 meters (2 inches), too.
Precise measurements let you do your best work, and A5 readings are typically accurate within 1.5 millimeters (0.6 inches), which means they are likely to be much more precise than measurements you piece together or take while trying to hold a floppy tape in place.
When you're working with far-away targets and the laser-dot is no longer visible, it's still easy to pinpoint your target using the integrated telescopic viewfinder with its two-fold zoom capability.
Convenient, Ergonomic Features The Leica DISTO A5 offers a unique multi-function flip-out end piece that uses a built-in sensor to automatically determine the correct zero point when you're measuring from walls or corners, helping you avoid costly measurement errors. And because this handheld unit stores previously taken measurements, you won't have to worry about forgetting important numbers or losing the scrap of paper you wrote them down on.
The Leica DISTO A5 also offers an ergonomic design with soft rubber grips that help it sit comfortably in your hand. Plus it is spray- and dust-proof, so you can be sure it will stand up to the demands of the job site.
This multi-function laser distance measurer is backed by a three-year replacement warranty.
What's in the Box Leica DISTO A5 indoor/outdoor laser distance measurer, holster, hand loop, batteries, manual, and safety instructions.
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